The Renfrew Detachment of the OPP investigated 342 calls for service between Monday, July 30 and Monday, August 6.
Domestic Violence
Arnprior and Renfrew officers investigated 9 domestic disputes during the past week. One male was charged with three counts of assault and two counts of breach of probation, and one male was charged with 11 criminal charges including sexual assault and assault with a weapon. No other criminal offences were alleged. If you or someone you know is living in or involved in an abusive relationship help is available. Contact Bernadette McCann House 24/7 for support, advice or the safety of a shelter at 1-800-267-4930. The Women’s Sexual Assault Centre of Renfrew County is also available 24/7 for information and support at 1-800-663-3060. You could also attend the emergency department of any hospital in Renfrew County and ask to speak to a member of the Assault Response Team. In emergencies call 9-1-1.
Break and Enter
Renfrew OPP officers investigated three break and enters during the past week. On Friday, August 3 a homeowner interrupted a break-in on Opeongo Road in Renfrew. The suspect was arrested and .
On Sunday, August 5 a resident of an apartment on Harriet Street, Arnprior discovered a broken window. Further investigation revealed the apartment broken into overnight Saturday night to Sunday morning. Physical evidence was seized and the investigation is continuing.
On Monday, August 6 two storage units on Highway 60 near Renfrew were discovered broken into. It is not known at this time if anything was stolen. Physical surveillance shows a male and female at the scene. The police investigation is continuing
Crime Stoppers
Crime Stoppers Pembroke/Renfrew County believes that someone may have information that could assist police in solving these crimes. If you have information on any criminal offence that results in charges being laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000.00. Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 735-8477 or toll free at 1-800-222-8477. You could help solve a crime. All tips remain anonymous and you will not have to attend court. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display. The telephones are answered 24 hours a day. Please visit the website www.valleytips.ca.
